§ 9. Mr. Brewisasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what action he is taking to encourage forestry on the common grazings of crofting townships.
§ Mr. RossThe possibilities of increased forestry on crofters' common grazings have been studied by the Crofters Commission in consultation with my Department and the Forestry Commission, particularly relating to suggestions made by the Lochaber Crofters' Union and the Skye Crofters' Union. Arising from the latter, a forestry development in Skye is being discussed.